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Learn about the history, features, and examples of Art Deco style in New York City from the 1920s to the 1930s. Explore how zoning laws, economic trends, and global influences shaped the skyscrapers, buildings, and bridges of the city.
Learn about the history, architecture and significance of the Chrysler Building, an Art Deco skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan. It was the world's first supertall skyscraper and the world's tallest building for 11 months in 1930.
Learn how the Art Deco style, originated in France, influenced architecture and design in the US from 1919 to 1939. See examples of skyscrapers, movie theaters, government buildings, and other structures in different regions and styles.
Pages in category "Art Deco skyscrapers" The following 96 pages are in this category, out of 96 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. 0–9.
Here’s the fascinating history of Art Deco, how to tell if a structure has Art Deco elements, and where to see the most iconic Deco buildings of all time.
The Empire State Building is a 102-story Art Deco skyscraper in New York City, built from 1930 to 1931. It was the world's tallest building until 1970 and is a cultural icon and a popular tourist attraction.
Art Deco is a style that emerged in Paris in the 1910s and flourished in the 1920s and 1930s, influenced by geometric forms, bright colors, and exotic styles. It was used for buildings, objects, fashion, and design, and featured new materials such as concrete, glass, and metal.
1 Wall Street is a mixed-use skyscraper in New York City's Financial District, designed in the Art Deco style. It was built for Irving Trust in 1931 and later became the global headquarters of BNY Mellon, before being converted to residential and commercial use in 2023.